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Learning for Development Doctor Gordon Wilson

Learning for Development By Doctor Gordon Wilson

Learning for Development by Doctor Gordon Wilson


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Summary

This book takes a learning approach to development, focusing on the learning that takes place through development action - be it intentional and structured, or the outcome of different forms of engagement.

Learning for Development Summary

Learning for Development by Doctor Gordon Wilson

The organizational and institutional embedding of new learning is one of the biggest challenges for development. This book in the Development Matters series takes a learning approach to development, focusing the learning that takes place through development action - be it intentional and structured, or the outcome of different forms of engagement. Learning for Development also demonstrates how important a critical awareness of the social dynamics of learning is for individuals and their organizations, and for building coherent policy and action. Through a number of case-studies and a wealth of interdisciplinary research, Learning for Development proposes a more flexible model of development action which aims to ensure that projects address the specific needs of, improves dialogue between, local groups and individuals.

Learning for Development Reviews

'I commend Johnson and Wilson for this excellent book in which they reflect on the role that learning can play in development. It deals with complex issues in a style that is both considered and clear; critical and committed. It should be required reading for those who unreflectively do development' Simon McGrath, Nottingham 'Learning for Development is an exciting read for anyone working in the field, provoking thought by providing real case studies around 'development action'. It focuses on intentional development which is referred to in the book as development action, arguing that the actions of interveners are fundamentally part of and contribute to, development history. It looks at the context in which learning occurs as well as learning as a social process. The concept of action learning space can help identify the dynamics in communities through which learning has the potential to occur. Trust and communicative action are key ingredients of shared learning. The book shares practical examples of successes and challenges from which one can learn and then adapt to one's own work. It is a must read for anyone interested in development.' Charlene Hewat, CEO, Environment Africa

About Doctor Gordon Wilson

Hazel Johnson is Professor of Development Policy at the Open University, UK. Gordon Wilson is Senior Lecturer in Technology and Development, also at the Open University, UK.

Table of Contents

  • Acknowledgements
  • 1. Why Learning For Development?
  • 2. Approaches to Learning For Development
  • 3. Contestation and Learning Between Multiple Stakeholders
  • 4. Joint Learning through Similarity, Difference And Mutuality In North-South Municipal Partnerships
  • 5. Changing the Self And Changing The Organization: Doing Things Better And Doing Them Differently
  • 6. Learning and Not Learning Through The Use Of Computer-Mediated Communication
  • 7. The Whys And Wherefores Of Learning For Development
  • References
  • Index

Additional information

GOR013404156
9781848131989
1848131984
Learning for Development by Doctor Gordon Wilson
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
20091112
160
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
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